| Updated On - Sep 24, 2026
The Karnataka Examinations Authority will open Round 3 option entry for NEET UG 2026 counselling from September 25 on cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. Candidates must add or edit choices within the window to secure a medical or dental seat.
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) will open Round 3 option entry for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Undergraduate (NEET UG) 2026 counselling from September 25, 2026. As per the official notification, eligible candidates can add, edit or delete their college and course choices on the official portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
Round 3 is meant for candidates who did not secure a seat in earlier rounds. It also covers those who chose to participate again after resignation or non-reporting. Fresh registrants who joined the counselling stream this year can also take part.
Check Now: Download Karnataka NEET UG Round 3 Option Entry 2026 Notification PDF
Karnataka NEET UG 2026 Round 3 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of option entry | September 25, 2026 |
| Last date to enter or edit options | As per official schedule on KEA portal |
| Publication of mock allotment | To be notified by KEA |
| Final seat allotment result | To be notified by KEA |
| Reporting at allotted college | As per KEA schedule |
Candidates must complete the option entry within the window specified in the official notification. Options not saved before the deadline will not be considered for allotment.
Who Can Participate in Round 3?
Round 3 is open to a defined set of NEET UG 2026 candidates verified by KEA. Their profiles must already be validated in the counselling system.
- Candidates who did not get a seat in Round 1 or Round 2.
- Candidates who were allotted a seat earlier but did not report.
- Candidates who reported and later resigned their allotted seat.
- Newly eligible candidates added by KEA for the current round.
How to Enter Options for Karnataka NEET UG 2026 Round 3?
Candidates must log in with their KEA credentials to enter fresh options. The system allows adding, deleting and reordering choices during the open window.
- Visit the KEA portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
- Open the NEET UG 2026 counselling section on the homepage.
- Log in using the CET number and secret key.
- Select the option entry tab for Round 3.
- Add colleges and courses in the preferred order of priority.
- Save the entered options and take a printout for records.
KEA advises candidates to enter as many valid choices as possible. A wider list of options improves the chance of a favourable allotment. Candidates should avoid last-minute submissions to prevent server delays.
What Documents and Details Should Candidates Keep Ready?
Candidates need their verified counselling profile and login details before starting the option entry. Documents used during document verification must remain accessible for later reporting.
- CET registration number and secret key issued by KEA.
- NEET UG 2026 admit card and scorecard.
- Class 10 and Class 12 marks sheets.
- Caste, income and category certificates, if applicable.
- Kannada language study and rural study certificates, if claimed.
Round 3 is often the last full choice-filling window before the stray or mop-up phase. Seats surrendered after Round 2 usually return to the pool here. A well-planned option list can help candidates upgrade to a better college or branch.
Action Plan for Candidates
- Log in to cetonline.karnataka.gov.in on September 25, 2026.
- Review the updated seat matrix for medical and dental colleges.
- Prepare a ranked list of colleges and courses before entering options.
- Save your final choices well before the KEA deadline.
- Download and print the option entry confirmation for future reference.
Watch for the Round 3 seat matrix, mock allotment and final result dates on the KEA website. Reporting instructions for allotted candidates will follow the seat allotment result.
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